Very original and delicious food... the chef knows what they're doing. Good atmosphere, even better food. Highly recommend the Enoki cakes & the wood ear salad... yum read more

AMBIANCE: nice dimly lit place, good for dates or nights out! SERVICE: 10/10, our servers were lovely :) FOOD: recommend -enoki cake: texture was a standout, felt like a crispy rice cake! flavor wasn't very harmonious though, the table thought it was really salty -pork chop: was super good, melt in your mouth type fatty pork! sauce was the perfect amount of sweetness -eggplant dip: bread texture was perfect chewiness, dip was a little salty but still good not bad not great -sunchoke donuts: pretty good crispy-outside-soft-inside texture, the flavors just didn't feel harmonious at all -monkfish scallop: texture was just like scallop! not bad but nothing stood out wouldn't recommend -burrata: was bland and texture wasn't amazing -crudo: came with sliced fish with tangerine pieces, flavor wasn't harmonious/enjoyable at all for the whole table overall probably wouldn't go back :( the experience with ambiance and service was perfect, the food was a big letdown, can probably find a more enjoyable wine bar with better food and drink balance read more

Truly the weirdest assortments of food I've ever had. We had to send back a bean casserole dish that was truly inedible, and we had some sort of salty donuts that were just odd to me. They did not charge us for the casserole which I appreciated. I think the best dish we had was some sort of steak dish. For the price you pay I expected... better. I think this place tries to be unique with its taste which you can tell by the incomprehensible menu. But there is a fine line between exotic and just a bad blend of tastes, and this place was just not it for me. And I love food and trying new things! Luckily it looks like their menu rotates quite a bit, so better luck next time. read more

Cozy and classy ambiance, bustling on a Saturday night. Service was super friendly and good vibes. We got the eggplant dip and the sweet onion really nicely complemented the savory smooth eggplant. I got the charalaboglou and it had nice notes of apple and a pleasantly sour taste. Would love to come back and try more! read more

Spoke Wine Bar - Eggplant dip - New American Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Small expensive tasteless plates. I have never had lamp pate before last night and I hope to never have it again. The Bison with shrimp paste was horrible. The salad was ok. Almost $300 and we left hungry. The Service was fine. To read the menu, you will need a degree in linguistics. read more

Recently went on a trip to Boston and were looking forward to enjoying food at this cute spot, but unfortunately, we're disappointed. I did enjoy the sunchoke donuts, but rather of the food was okay. The dessert was something we didn't bother finishing. Otherwise, the staff and service were wonderful. read more

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First time at spoke and had a lovely dinner. The wine was good and the servers were very accommodating but the food was really special. Really interesting combinations and textures. Things you wouldn't necessarily think works but definitely works. read more

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Spoke Wine Bar offers a really unique menu and is a great option if you're looking for a date night spot. We split a few plates such as the deviled burrata, sunchoke donuts, and clam skewers. Overall the food was yummy and interesting, but some plates had pretty small portions. My favorite item was definitely the sunchoke donuts! We were offered ice cream as a dessert option that wasn't on the menu, and it was such a delicious bite! I was also really impressed with their mocktail options. Plates come out pretty quick, even for a packed weekend night. read more

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TL:DR Entered excited. Tried to justify the meal for the rest of the night. The next day we all laughed and agreed it was mid at best. Came here for my moms birthday, we were pretty excited to try it. Made a reservation for 4. Had to wait about 30 minutes after our assigned reservation time outside in the rain. Was finally seated at a table clearly meant for 2 near the window but we did our best to squeeze in. We almost always enjoy small plates restaurants but something about the items here just didn't hit right. Id say for each item at most 2 of us would enjoy it and the rest would either not have strong opinions or outright not enjoy it at all. I would classify most of the dishes as "TOO" interesting and creative. Like they got lost in the creativity and forgot about either the taste or the eating experience. Almost none of the dishes felt balanced, many felt under seasoned or over seasoned. A lot of them were extremely bitter. Which usually is a flavor I enjoy in dishes but usually as a background flavor not prominently front of mind. Many of the dishes also felt really dry and crumbly. Which again not a bad thing in a tapas type experience but not for every dish. Our server was pretty poor. She forgot my fiancés drink for about 30 minutes and upon reminding her she kinda gave a "Oooh right" and then still served the rest of the table their second round of drinks before finally serving my fiancés drink about 10 minutes after everyone else even though we reminded her when we all put in our second drinks... the best part is after looking at the bill she charged for both of my fiancés drinks... including the one that never came the first time around. All and all very overpriced for the experience you get. Shocked the reviews are as good as they are. Im assuming we just had a bad night there as another group leaving around the same time as us kinda asked us what we thought too. And even though we were still trying to hype the night up (Mothers birthday dinner after all) both parties agreed it wasn't the best. The next morning we all laughed about it. It will probably go down as one of the most overhyped and disappointing dining experiences most of us have had. Its not a bad restaurant per se but for the price and pomp its pretty far off mark. Its an average dining experience wrapped up in a very expensive bow and im shocked the reviews are as glowing as they are. read more

Ambiance is excellent, it has a cool vibe filled with cute interior design. Audience is also diverse, with different ages and races which we liked! When it comes to food, they are great. Our favorites were Sunchocke Donut and chrispy enoki cake, they were perfectly fried and awesome vegetarian options. Fish was pretty good, and Burrata was okay. I would not get stir-fry melon again tho, it wasn't our thing. Wines were great, as it is suppose to be - it's a wine bar anyways! read more

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Such a disappointing meal. Parking is very limited in the area, so plan ahead and get a ride or expect to wait for a spot either on the street or in the nearby parking lot. Inside is a little tight but very beautiful. We were seated quickly and service was incredibly friendly, but the food is expensive and not worth coming back for. Lots of busy flavors and unique dishes. Our favorite of the night was the wagyu beef, though the serving size was small. The chocolate mousse was simply inedible. Far too salty and lacking in any other flavor, and the presentation wasn't doing it any favors. I can only assume desserts aren't their strong suit. Maybe it was our mistake, and I hope the experience is a lot better for wine/cocktails. Would only recommend if you go for wine/snacks and aren't planning for a full meal. read more

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Came on a Wednesday and this place was busy and great! Ambiance(3/5) cozy place, can easily get loud, very hot Service (5/5) they were funny, smart/knowledgeable , and prompt Food(4/5) we tried so many thing but that dip was amazing! The carrots was surprisingly a fan favorite and the bison was awesome too. Burrata was just ok Cocktails drinks(4/5) crazy unique flavors, hard to make your own decision on what sounds/ would be good. I definitely recommend asking for help to get a better perspective of what you might order. Overall i would definitely come back! The menu is pretty unique so its not for that that don't want to try things. read more

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Food and drinks here are amazing and very creative . Asked bartender for a mocktail and he created a few really cool drinks. Also very friendly and knowledgeable of menu.  Place is very snug so it gets pretty loud, so just be awake.  I came solo and it took me four plates and a dessert to be full so keep that in mind when ordering   1)asparagus | dulse salsa macha: walnut so savory and perfectly seared asparagus. 5/5 2)red snapper with green berries: creative ingredients using the unripe green strawberries for less sweet and more tart flavor. The red snapper was fresh and good acidity in sauce 5/5) 3 warm melon- cooked Honey dew with some tiny mushrooms and a nice acidic sauce. This was  aciddic , slightly sweet and refreshing 5/5 4) bavette | curried crab butter, sorrel- tender and juicy and perfectly cooked medium rare. The crunchy sorrel on top added great  texture. 5/5 5) Asparagus- I love asparagus and this dishes as great. Seared asparagus with a savory dulse salsa macha sauce that added some nice crispiness and a little heat 5/5 5)coconut sichuan pepper semifreddo- very tasty and the tart berries added great contrast to the coconut. I barely tasted any Sichuan pepper though 4.5/5  I will come here again and again to try new creative dishes and drink 5/5 highly highly recommended read more

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I can't give Spoke enough stars! The food, service and atmosphere are all outstanding at this locally owned restaurant in Davis Square. Spoke is an especially nice place to come in the summertime. The space is small and cramped indoors, but there is ample outdoor seating at the edge of the sidewalk. While Spoke is best known as a wine bar, they also have an eclectic food menu and make very good "mocktails" or non-alcoholic cocktails. If you tell them what flavor profile you're in the mood for, the bartender will shake up something delicious for you. I came here for an early dinner on a pleasant Friday evening and sat outside. The dishes are small (tapa style), but huge on flavor and loaded with fresh, local ingredients, featuring menu items you have heard of with a unique spin. For example, I ordered the "Bavette with curried crab butter and sorrel" (which was some kind of delicious steak seasoned and cooked perfectly). I also got a dish with radishes in a "popcorn mayonnaise" with yogurt. I never would have imagined combining those ingredients, but wow! My tastebuds were in for a pleasant surprise! For dessert, I enjoyed an ice box tirimisu, which was not quite as dense as the classic version of this dish and offered just the right amount of sweetness to hit the spot without being overpowering. My server was very patient in helping me sort through the menu and extremely knowledgeable about everything on it. Despite being busy, my food came out quickly and I was able to relax and enjoy each course as it came out without feeling rushed to pay and leave. I highly recommend Spoke as a neighborhood spot to enjoy a drink and/or a meal on your own or with company. Yes, it's on the pricey side, but I do feel it's a good value given the quality of the food, excellent service and menu items you won't find anywhere else. read more

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Intimate casual wine bar located shortly past Davis Square. Service was great with the staff being attentive. Our waitress was spot on about recommending 2-3 small plates per person as the restaurant was tapas style. Food was pretty good, our German colleague said the German-esque dishes weren't bad, and the blood sausage was a great entry to the dish as it was cooked (great for people new to it). Definitely plan to come again, downside is that area can be difficult to find parking. read more

Truly inventive plates--not easy to source some of the less common ingredients--and some surprising combinations of the savory, sweet, and umami. Every dish a pleasure. Service was attentive and friendly, crowd was hip. This is my new favorite place! read more

Sat at the bar and had an old-fashioned cocktail made with the bartenders, favorite rye, "old port", which was delicious. Enjoyed the lit drink coasters built into the bar. Had a mushroom enoki appetizer which hit the spot. Suggest reservations, as we did not have time for a meal because our bar seats were promised to incoming guest. read more

My new favorite date night spot in Boston. The cozy ambience is top notch and the food was delicious and inventive. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and made sure to introduce each plate to us when served, as well as help us pick out some great wine pairings for the night. 10/10 experience, flavor, and satiation read more

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Cozy spot for drinks and tapas-style plates. For some of the dishes we ordered, the flavor combinations didn't taste as good as they sounded on paper. I grew up eating my fair share of Chinese herbal medicine and the vegetable items we chose had almost uncannily similar herbaceous notes. Given both portions and size, all in all, I could see ordering a few plates here to tide you over until a more robust dinner later on. 1. Yellowfin crudo: Each piece came with a dollop of sweet potato and ham tare (which I'll fully confess to not knowing what it is). The counterpoint to any good crudo for me is some sort of acidic counterpoint to the fishiness, whether that's something citrus or a vinaigrette-based. This dish was in sore need of that extra spark of tartness and tasted, well, like sashimi with some spicy sweet potato. 2. Silken tofu: This one fell short. I am the world's biggest proponent of silken tofu and I love to see more restaurant dishes incorporate it. This one had slivers of carrot, curry leaf, and winter citrus. The entire dish was overwhelmed by the citrus, which was mouth puckering sour; the tofu provided only textural contrast rather than being the main character. Without the citrus, this dish would have been stellar. 3. Collard greens salad: Again, collard greens is one of those ingredients that keep on being used again and again as a lumpy side. Here, instead of persimmon on the online menu, tonight's version came with lots of beautiful, surprisingly sweet mango, but was burdened by a garnish of deep-fried kelp, which imparted an odd, herbal taste and didn't help the dish at all. Some of these dishes could have abided by the old Coco Chanel saying of taking off the last thing you put on. 4. Tea rubbed salmon: At this point, I was feeling a little crestfallen but immediately perked up with the salmon. Perfectly cooked, tender inside - salmon can be notoriously finicky with a potential for going over quickly to toughness if you look away from it for one second. Wonderful tea flavor that wasn't dominating but settles nicely on the tongue. The boiled potatoes that came with it were nothing spectacular but a good filler if you're still hungry. 5. Huge enormous oyster mushroom: A must-get. The meatiness of this mushroom could rival a steak. Incredibly tender at the core with flaky, crispy edges. I don't see it on the digital menu but I can't sing the praises of this dish enough. Take a look at my picture and just revel in its beauty. Our waitress was a total sweetheart (with beautiful earrings) who walked through the menu with her recommendations. Parking: metered and two-hour ones. We didn't have much trouble finding a spot on an early weekday evening. read more

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We came here a few weeks ago ! Small plate menu with wine/cocktails. For a wine bar, I thought the wine options were a little limited. We love reds and there was maybe only 1-2 reds that fell into the category we usually prefer. The food was definitely interesting but more for tasting and not really filling (unless you order a ton of items). Nice ambiance and decent service. For me, an overall fine and okay experience but would probably only come back if the menu developed or grew a bit. read more

Intimate ambiance with a frequently changing menu, which is a good and bad thing! Had been eyeing some new items that looked good on Instagram but I think only their iconic Sunchoke donuts were worth it. Came as a group of 4 and it was busy inside! Possibly slightly understaffed. Sunchoke donuts with gouda and powdered leeks that you might accidentally choke on! The donuts themselves were super crispy! Not doughy or bready at all, more like a small fried ring of mashed potato. 5/5 Enoki mushroom cakes with sausage spice and pineapple sauce smelled heavily of cumin but tastes like shawarma pineapple on pizza. Texturally it's like a deep fried dimsum radish cake, the inside is smooth and blended so you really can't tell it's enoki mushroom. 2/5 Crudo with mango and celtuce is like a modern take on papaya salad. Refreshing but the fish was flavorless. 2/5 Countneck clams with American persimmon, soy sauce, olive oil - a surprisingly good flavor combo in one bite but the persimmon was frozen and so dissolved quickly whereas the clams were tough so you're chewing on plain clams for a while. 3/5 Burrata was very memorable! It was so creamy on the inside like cream cheese, not stringy or liquidy! Sumac and pickled onion for tang, spiced and seedy puffed rice crunchies added seasoning and texture. The steamed purple sweet potato was random. 5/5 Short rib salad with fermented black bean paste and potato chips... basically roast beef meets zhajiangmian. I wouldn't have known it was short rib because with was cold so you don't get to enjoy the warm fatty tenderness, and the black bean paste was so overpowering in flavor. 3/5 Beef muscle membrane skewers were a bit ridiculous, it was $9 for two sticks. Tasted like beef ramen flavored bean curd sheets tornado potatoed on a stick. I heard it was supposed to be like chicken skin but definitely not - just slightly crispy around the edges but the center was tough and chewy. 2/5 Celery stir fry with yuzu, chestnuts, and maple syrup was literally just college dorm room stir fry veg. Sweet maple with celery was surprisingly good though. 3/5 Kasha (buckwheat groats) risotto had the texture of oatmeal but with a fermented savory flavor from the tamarind. Topped with perfectly cooked mushrooms and mushy squash. Something crunchy on top like whole buckwheat could've been good. 3/5 Red snapper was over cooked so you could see the white protein gooo leaking out the fillet. Cauliflower had a faint miso flavor and the almond buttery crunch paired well with the fish. 3.5/5 Beetroot chocolate torte had a very strong vegetal flavor so it tasted salty yet also felt like there was a clawing amount of sugar in it attacking your teeth. Like a failed "healthy brownie". The pistachio yogurt had no pistachio flavor but was texturally nice and fluffy. The fennel shortbread further made the dessert taste savory and most of the crumbs had turned into literal rocks that i was worried for me teeth trying to chew through?! We got complementary coconut Oreos which were tastier than the dessert but did not taste like Oreos as it doesn't seem like there's the black cocoa powder. Just call it a sandwich cookie? If you time it right then maybe the menu will have more hits than misses. read more

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Spoke is nearly perfect. The food is inventive, delicious, surprising, and satisfying. The cocktails and wines are excellent. Service is friendly and attentive, and the vibe is relaxed. Last night was my second time. I took my cousin who's on a work trip from San Diego. She loved the dishes as much as I did. I'm not saying Spoke is for everyone. It's not glam or high energy. It's Somerville, not Seaport. But I'd rather eat at Spoke than almost anywhere else in town. read more

Vibes 5/5 Great atmosphere and service. The decor and ambiance is cozy and inviting. My girlfriend and I made reservations for a Thursday evening and did not feel rushed during our time there. The servers made gave us tips to share about 5-6 items and broke down the menu for us. Food 4/5 We absolutely loved our apps - the sunchoke donuts and enoki cakes were our favorite savory dishes we tried. Well balanced flavors and great textures. We are also adventurous and tried the special of the duck liver, heart, and gizzards - the liver and heart were tender and tasty. The gizzards were a little tough to eat, but had a great smoky flavor. For our "main" dishes we ordered griddled chickpea tempeh (not pictured) and the grits, both of these didn't really tickle our fancy but we're still fun to try. Desert was delicious and not too sweet! We were pleased with the true flavor and texture of the purple sweet potato, as Filipinos we are quite familiar with ube desserts and we're delighted with this one. Great wine selection as well. Overall 4/5 - Will definitely be back to check out more of their menu and to try more of their drinks/cocktails. read more

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We've been to Spoke several times over last 5 years or so. The food is pricey for the quality and serving size. More to the point though, most of the food dishes are uninspired. Out of 7 dishes ordered, only two were very good. The others were mediocre at best. Spoke benefits from the location as it's probably on the higher end food wise in Davis Square but with so many other options in Cambridge and Boston it's unlikely we'll return. The wine selection is good so I would recommend for drinks only. read more

Only tried drinks. We got a couple glasses of wine, Japanese whiskey and a cocktail. They have a variety of sparkling, white, orange/rose and red. I'm a red wine drinker so I was excited to see a few different reds that I had not tried before. Unfortunately a lot of them were too dry and Herby/earthy for me. But the bartender was awesome and very open to talking about the wine and letting me try a few. My sister got the slow moves cocktail (mijenta blanco, chapman's apple brandy, chamomile, beeswax and black sesame). It was pretty good. Much stronger of the chamomile and apple brandy flavor. read more

Spoke Wine Bar - slow moves | mijenta blanco, chapman's apple brandy, chamomile, beeswax - New American Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Excellent and interesting wine selection. The food was very creative and tasteful. It's Tapas style. read more

Spoke Wine Bar - Eggplant Dip - New American Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

We had an earlier dinner reservation at Spoke on a warm early spring day. It's a rather small space that filled up very quickly. The meal started with a bottle of Pinot Noir and for a starter we ordered the cheese board and the sunchoke donuts. The day's cheese selection was a goat cheese, crisp crackers, honey to drizzle and curried cashews. It was a nice dish for sure. The sunchoke donuts were super popular, practically every table ordered them. They were fresh out of the fryer, had some gouda in there, and were dusted with ground dried leeks. They were tasty, I think the fried and the cheese overpowered anything the leeks brought, although it was a very pretty plate. Our second course was the wagyu beef cheeks with raw scallop and matsutake mushrooms and red fire farm sweet potato, sheep's butter and nigella honey. The beef cheeks were reminiscent of short ribs with deep and complex flavor. The thinly sliced scallop was buttery and the matsutake's flavor intense. I have to admit, the primary reason I ordered the red fire farm sweet potato dish is due to the fact that I live right down the street from the farm in western MA.... The dish came with 2 slices of well cooked sweet potato atop sheeps butter with a drizzle of bitter black seed honey and bits of grapefruit endocarp. I felt it was well balanced with the grapefruit cutting the fattyness of the butter. We finished with sausage skewers with quince glaze and a bergamot aioli. This was my least favorite dish, not too much to say about it actually which is pretty unlike me... I like the spot and would definitely return. read more

Pricy but worth every penny. Went here for a girls night out. We had a variety of dishes, none disappointed. The sun choke-leek donuts, I will dream about!! Perfection. *chef kiss* the wine list was great and I tried some wines I wasn't familiar with. 10/10 Recommend ! read more

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Booked .....and anticipated some flavors of dishes Food was just OK ...small plates... tried 7 dishes.....a bit bland? Sorry, can't say any dishes were memorable...we had tiny "Oreo green tea " cookies complimentary with the bill. That was the food memory on exititing. Of course overpriced , but expect that in a wine bar Service was great Ambience is pleasant with bar seating. Overall... just a bit blah and could save up to spend $100+ dollars elsewhere. read more

Every time I've gone to Spoke, the food and service have been wonderful. It's a "go to" in our little neighborhood. I enjoy getting dinner here with my husband and also heading over with friends.... the summer outdoor seating is superb. read more

Very knowledgeable and helpful staff and the vibes are very good inside! Small so make sure to make reservations but both the food and wine was delicious read more

Spoke is an incredible wine bar in Davis with a great wine list and absolutely delicious food! It's a great place to come as a group as they have many little plates that are perfect for sharing. Everything we had was delicious. The food was perfectly seasoned with interesting homemade sauces and combinations of flavors. The service was great and out waiter was extremely knowledgeable about the wine list, recommending wines for us. I can't recommend Spoke enough. read more

Spoke Wine Bar - Charcuterie Board - New American Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Experienced this wine bar for the first time last friday for post dinner drinks and dessert. Located on the outskirts of Davis square, this quaint restaurant serves small dishes that pack a big punch. I only had 2 dessert dishes but the dishes on the tables adjacent to us were very intriguing. Dishes ordered Parsnip and date pudding Peanut butter mousse Pros - atmosphere is warm and inviting - great customer service - waitress was attentive and bartender was skillful - experimental type of food ( unique and fun) - great for a date ( maybe 2nd or third because it's a little pricey.. See below) Cons - pricey ( paying for the unique take on dishes) - the peanut butter mousse reminded me of the peanut dipping sauce used in Vietnamese dishes especially spring rolls) because of this I did not enjoy it. The saltiness of the peanut overpowered the sweetness of the accompanying ingredients. Recommendations The pudding was surprisingly tasty with a deep depth of flavor profiles and textures. Verdict Enjoyable time for drinks and dessert. Will have to come back to try the food dishes. read more

Spoke Wine Bar - Date Pudding (surprisingly good) - New American Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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I am not much a wine drinker (unless its moscato) so this is more of a ambience/vibe review. I really like this place, it's the perfect spot to catch up with some friends or even a casual first date type deal. Very nice staff and very cozy. See bellow for detailed review: ---------------------- Ambience: B+ Cleanliness: A Customer Service: A Food: B Price: C+ Ambience/Cleanliness I thought it was very cute! It's on the smaller side but not cramped, though we didn't go on a terribly busy day, I could see it getting a bit tight on a Friday night Customer Service I thought it was great! I didn't really like wine unless super sweet and the waiter took the time to find me something that I did like, which was awesome. Food It's was fine. It's tapas-style plates and they are about what you would expect. Price The food is very overpriced and probably not worth the money. The drinks are about inline which what you'd expect to pay at an upscale lounge/bar. I would personally skip the food and only go there is you're looking for a drink or two. read more

Get spoke wine bar while you can. In my opinion spoke hits at the same level and sometimes above sarma but you can actually get a reservation. Don't sleep on this spot. The vibe is somehow v cool but also welcoming. The sunchoke donuts will never not hit. Their flavor profiles are amazing. I dont know how they churn out what they do in such a small kitchen. Their cocktails tend to lean bitter from the few I have tried but I think the bartender will work with you to create something for your pallette. Their wine list is cool. If you like small plates, don't miss this gem. read more

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If I could give this place 10 stars or more I would! Spoke wine bar is a small restaurant in Cambridge that focuses on small plates with a few additions that you can have as entrées with a tremendous selection of wines, cocktails, beer, and after dinner drinks to enjoy. We did make a reservation for bar seats which you normally don't have as an option. What I look for when I dine out are a few things: 1. Parking - they had metered street parking 2. Ambiance - spectacular setting 3. Service - service was great, extremely friendly, personable and helped answer any questions we had. 4. Food/wine/menu - small plates with a variety of dishes to select from. Good wine and cocktail list with a lot of digestives to enjoy after dinner. Love, loved this place. Highly recommend checking them out. read more

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Lovely ambiance, very intimate, wait staff were knowledgeable and kind Drinks were by far the highlight of the evening! Appreciated the natural progression / harmonization of the flavours as the evening progressed Bean dip was particularly delicious ! read more

Read the great reviews on Yelp and Eater 38, and decided to check it out. Really unique plates from around the world, cool vibe, and interesting music. We tried 3 small plates: the tagline bean dip - a well-spiced, but not spicy, creamy white bean dip served with a wonderful focaccia; the grilled mochi w/ creamed corn and garlic chives (very unique; the Michu tasted like toasted marshmallows), and the sambal cured bluefish with coconut, served on toasted milk bread and topped with Thai basil- Indonesian flavors, fairly pungent, but very good. I tried both the Sangiovese from Lodi and Aglianico from Italy, and both were wonderful. My husband had the rose, and it was really good, too. read more

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Came here to visit on a busy Friday night and was sat a comfortable table with a sofa like seating and various pillows. This place has a sort of chic and homey vibe, dimmed lighting, and offers various small plates meant to be shared! Our waitress was honestly so wonderful and I wish I could recall her name because she made our experience even better with her humor and helpfulness. There was an interesting selection of cocktails and we ordered 3 larger plates and two small plates to share which was the perfect amount of food for us. Every dish was flavorful and the meat just melted in your mouth. We both didn't have any expectations coming through but left wanting to come back. Definitely would recommend at least trying this place out. You won't regret it! read more

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Absolute top notch! Pure class act! Went in for the first time having lived down the street for more than a decade (after numerous recommendations). Could not have been more impressed. Just perfect execution all around. The food. The service. The atmosphere. The menu may seem intimidating at first, but the staff is more than happy to break it down for you and answer any questions you may have and you'll find there's something for everyone! It's fancy like something you'd find in France, yet casual and welcoming at the same time (and VERY reasonably priced). West Somerville is lucky to have a gem like this in our midst (and no, I'm not an employee -- I'm just a huge fan!)... read more